Re: [gentoo-embedded] OT: HiTech-C question

[wireless <wireless@tampabay.rr.com>]

Previously you wrote:
> Greetings,
> 
> I'm using HiTech-C for the first time. 

I agree with both previous responses.

If you insist on closed sources, look here:
http://www.microchipc.com/
==> Pic C Sample Code and PIC FAQ


However, as one who has worked with traditional
development environments for uP, here's my wisdom.

Ditch Hi-tech C immediately. It is garbage and you'll
waist tons of time on things you should not. If you want
to use a commercial compiler, then you have to decide.

Want a really good compiler for Microchip stuff?

==> IAR, as they are THE GOLD STANDARD. www.iar.com

Sure you pay, but, in the long run, you'll be
thankful. Compilers for small micros are only as good
as the folks that develop and support them. IAR
is the best. Nobody else is even close. I know, as I use
to be part of a team, that used everything you can image.


Now, if you're a hack, and CHEAP, which is a compliment,
then get real and start learning how to use the open source
compilers.

I'll dig out a few links of my PIC open source references
and post it, if you like.



hth,
James